marathon training nutrition guide

Training for your marathon means more than just putting in miles. Having your nutrition plan dialed in, for pre, during, and after the race, is equally important. This guide from sports nutrition expert Asker Jeukendrup will help you create the right plan for all aspects of your race day nutrition.

Nutrition In regards to all the aspects of marathon training and preparation, nutrition is one of the most important topics for which to thoroughly consider and give your full attention. A carefully conceived training schedule is of little value if a runner fails to properly plan to meet his or her nutritional requirements for long distance

Marathon Training Nutrition Guide PT Manager Matt at JDP Fitness completed his first half marathon last year, during which he realised how important nutrition was to aid not only his training but his recovery. Read below for Matt’s guide to Marathon Training Nutrition. Nutrition is an important pillar in anybody training protocol.

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Nutrition is critical while training for a marathon or half marathon. Carbs, carbs, carbs! If you are on a low carb diet, then STOP. Carbohydrates provide the fuel for runners. Load up! Carbohydrates will provide glycogen and protein will help repair muscle tissue. Men and women need to consume 2000-2500 calories each day.

Following proper nutrition guidelines through all stages of training, during the event, and for the race, recovery is an important part of the training process. That being said, every athlete is different and will benefit from healthy eating during half marathon training.